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Water and sewer rates for 2023
Ahead of January 1, 2023, Whitecourt Town Council reviewed the rates and fees for water and sewer. The goal is for both services to be sustainable and for all costs…
A family-friendly hobby that brings the thrill of competition to the forefront
Those looking for something to do indoors over the winter might be interested in what happens each week at St. Joseph’s hall. The Whitecourt & Area R/C Club holds weekly…
A new year is here, but first, let’s look back at 2022
At the close of every year, I am tasked with reviewing my articles from the previous 360-ish days, gathering pictures we’ve utilized, and putting together one massive article that encompasses…
Celebrating a decade of spreading Christmas cheer with young and old
For the last ten years, Donald Myers has upheld a unique tradition with his family. What started as a silly idea for a laugh with him and his daughters, Reena…
Business licensing in Whitecourt? It’s a possibility
The Town of Whitecourt is looking into the possibility of having business licenses in the community. At a recent Policies and Priorities Committee meeting, Economic Development Officer Rhonda Hough explained…
Fans erupt with emotion in defence of their Wolverines during a heated game against the Crusaders
One of the last home games of the year for the Whitecourt Wolverines took place on Friday against the Sherwood Park Crusaders and was wrought with controversy. In the first…
Hanging with some Christmas celebrities at the recent “North Pole” event at the FIC
After an immensely successful kick-off last year, the Town of Whitecourt held their second annual “A Night at the North Pole” event last weekend. Initially created as a way to…
Fixing rail accessibility issues to help support the industries that rely on it
During a recent Whitecourt Town Council meeting, the topic of railway advocacy was brought forward. A Request For Decision (RFD) prepared for Council stated that there had been an increasing…
Kids helping kids, a youth hockey team digs deep to support the community’s less fortunate
The U15 TRAC Wolverines AA hockey team recently held their second annual Christmas-related community giveback. The team focused on supporting the Whitecourt Food Bank, and the Whitecourt Christmas Hamper this…
The Wolverines are second and third in the North Division and AJHL standings
The Whitecourt Wolverines ended November by taking on the Grande Prairie Storm at the Scott Safety Centre on the 30th. The Wednesday evening matchup was a chilly one as temperatures…
Getting down to the nitty gritty, emphasis on the gritty
During last Monday’s meeting, Whitecourt Town Council voted unanimously to update Utility Bylaw 1511, which deals with stormwater infrastructure and facilities on private property, such as sump pits. The updated…
How you can help spread the love of Christmas to Whitecourt’s less fortunate
It’s of no surprise to anyone that prices are going up. Going through the till at the grocery store, filling up the family vehicle with gas, or paying an electricity…
Making Christmas memorable for local families in need, one toy at a time
For fifty years, the Whitecourt Christmas Hamper has played a significant role in the holiday experience of local families. By helping facilitate the donation collection process, the delivery process, and…
A young cowboy with big dreams sets his sights high
Ryker Woodcock is a typical 10-year-old kid in many ways, even posing with Santa Claus for an annual picture just a few weeks back. But, there is one way that…
Standing up against family violence and cheering on the Wolverines
November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta. Throughout the month, the Whitecourt Family Violence Initiative (FVI) has held events and brought awareness of the impact of violence within the…